Basilica of San Petronio, Bologna (façade) 1574

Andrea Palladio's design for the façade of the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna, completed in 1574, is a prime example of Renaissance architecture. Palladio's classical influence is evident in the symmetrical design, the use of pilasters and arches, and the overall sense of order and proportion. The Basilica, constructed primarily of brick, is a prominent landmark in Bologna, Italy. The design combines the grand scale of the original basilica with the refined aesthetics of the Renaissance.